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SCHRA meets April 16: The South Central Human Resource Agency Head Start/Early Head Start Policy Council meeting will meet at 10:30 a.m. on April 16, 2026, at the South Central Human Resource Agency Central Office in Fayetteville.

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Volunteer Week set for April 19-26

United Way of South Central Tennessee is hosting a week-long initiative called Volunteer Week, presented by Volunteer Bank, on Sunday, April 19th through Saturday, April 25th. This event takes place alongside National Volunteer Week and celebrates the connection and impact that volunteers bring to our local community.

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Safe at Home protects against abusers

With April being Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Secretary of State Tre Hargett reminds Tennesseans of the ‘Safe at Home’ program, a life-saving program offered through his office. The ‘Safe at Home’ Address Confidentiality Program and ‘Tennessee Businesses Against Trafficking’ continue to provide resources throughout the year to protect victims of sexual assault.

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The square will be cookin’ in April

April 25 will see the Inaugural “It’s Still Chili” Cook-Off in Lynchburg, an event sanctioned by the International Chili Society (ICS). There will be four categories, Traditional Red, Homestyle with Jack, Kid’s Cook, and Squires Only. Prize money will be awarded the top winners in each category. The event is set to debut along with the 30th annual Spring in the Hollow.

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Historical Society hosts Ryan French

The Moore County Historical and Genealogical Society hosted Ryan French for their March meeting. French is Executive Director and CEO of South Central Tennessee Tourist Association (SCTTA), and covers 13 counties. He works within the counties to attract tourists to all areas of that region. French has received several awards for his work in tourism, including Director of the Year, and 3 Purple Iris Awards in 3 years.

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Community Calendar March

Community Calendar A Chorus Line at South Jackson Performing Arts Center March 27-29: A Chorus Line will be presented at South Jackson Performing Arts Center in Tullahoma on two weekends this March. Tickets are available at www.southjackson. org or by calling 931-455-5321.

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